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Medicine use in transplant recipients
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Side effects
Antirejection medicines
Azathioprine
Basiliximab
Belatacept
Cyclosporine
Muromonab-CD3
Mycophenolic acid
Mycophenolate mofetil
Prednisone
Sirolimus
Tacrolimus
Serious side effects
Things to avoid while on antirejection medicines
Side effects
Antirejection medicines
Azathioprine
Basiliximab
Belatacept
Cyclosporine
Muromonab-CD3
Mycophenolic acid
Mycophenolate mofetil
Prednisone
Sirolimus
Tacrolimus
Serious side effects
Things to avoid while on antirejection medicines
Tacrolimus
Tacrolimus works by stopping the production of certain cells which helps prevent rejection. Tacrolimus is typically used in people who receive kidney, liver, pancreas, lung or heart transplants. It is often used with other immunosuppressant medicines. Tacrolimus comes as a tablet taken by mouth or can be given as a shot by a healthcare professional.
While side effects of tacrolimus aren't common, they can happen. Side effects may include loose stools, loss of appetite, trouble sleeping, stomach pain, upset stomach and vomiting. Contact your healthcare professional if these symptoms become severe.
